What is the average electricity rate in Winton, Minnesota?

The average residential electricity rate in Winton is approximately 17.29¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $108 per month for electricity.

What is the average natural gas bill in Winton?

Natural gas customers in Winton pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $0.96/therm per therm.

Which electric company serves Winton, Minnesota?

Electricity in Winton is distributed by Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.

Which gas company serves Winton?

Winton natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.

How do Winton electricity rates compare to Minnesota averages?

Winton's electricity rate of 17.29¢/kWh is above the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.

How do I start or stop utility service in Winton?

To start electric service in Winton, contact Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.

Winton, Minnesota Gas & Electricity Rates — Utility Providers & Savings 2026

Gas & Electricity in Winton, Minnesota

Winton is a community in Minnesota served by Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) for electric and CenterPoint Energy Minnesota for gas. The area's utility rates reflect Minnesota's statewide energy market and the region's very cold winters, hot humid summers climate.

Compared to the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh/kWh, Winton's electricity rate of 17.29¢/kWh is 0.34¢ above the Minnesota average. As Minnesota has a regulated market, your utility is determined by your address.

Electric Utility in Winton

Xcel Energy (Northern States Power)
Minnesota Power (ALLETE)
Otter Tail Power
Great Plains Energy

Natural Gas Utility in Winton

CenterPoint Energy Minnesota
Xcel Energy Gas
Great Plains Natural Gas

Winton vs Minnesota Energy Rates

Metric	Winton	Minnesota Average	US Average
Electric Rate (¢/kWh)	17.29¢	16.95¢	16.00¢
Gas Rate ($/therm)	$0.96	$1.00	$1.47
Monthly Electric Bill	$108	$106	$117
Monthly Gas Bill	$97	$101	$73

Energy Assistance Programs for Winton Residents

As a Minnesota city, Winton residents can access the following state and local assistance programs:

✅ Minnesota Energy Assistance Program (EAP)
✅ Conservation Applied to Residential Housing (CARH)
✅ Weatherization Assistance
✅ CenterPoint Energy Rebates

Energy-Saving Tips for Winton Residents

✓ Ensure attic insulation is at least R-49 — Michigan and Wisconsin winters demand maximum insulation.
✓ Install a high-efficiency furnace (95%+ AFUE) if your system is over 15 years old.
✓ Insulate your basement ceiling and rim joists — a major source of heat loss.
✓ Apply weatherstripping and caulk around all windows and doors before winter.
✓ Use a programmable thermostat to automatically lower heat overnight.

FAQ — Gas & Electricity in Winton, Minnesota

The average residential electricity rate in Winton is approximately 17.29¢/kWh per kWh. The average household pays around $108 per month for electricity.
Natural gas customers in Winton pay an average of $97 per month. The rate is approximately $0.96/therm per therm.
Electricity in Winton is distributed by Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). Contact your provider at your local service address to confirm which utility serves your home.
Winton natural gas service is provided by CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. Call them directly for new service connections or to report a gas leak.
Winton's electricity rate of 17.29¢/kWh is above the Minnesota state average of 16.95¢/kWh. Urban areas often have higher distribution costs.
To start electric service in Winton, contact Xcel Energy (Northern States Power) and Minnesota Power (ALLETE). For gas service, contact CenterPoint Energy Minnesota and Xcel Energy Gas. You'll typically need a photo ID, your new address, and a move-in date. Service can usually be established within 1-3 business days.